Solicitor - Private Wealth

Weightmans; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a qualified solicitor with 0-3 years PQE to manage private client cases, including complex probate work. This role requires excellent communication, time management, and IT skills. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in private client law and business development. Join a renowned employer recognized for commitment to its employees and develop your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in completing the STEP qualification for full membership.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets.
• Flexible approach to working within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of private client work, including complex probate.
• Assist team members with their cases as required.
• Advise clients on financial affairs.

Skills

Private client law experience

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Business development interest

Education

Qualified solicitor NQ - 3 PQE

Tools

IT skills

Job description

About your new role

Weightmans is a Top 45 law firm with offices throughout the UK. We have been recognised as the leading legal employer at the Britain's Top Employers awards and have top rankings in Chambers UK 2025. Our Wills, Tax, Trusts and Probate team provides personal, transparent and efficient service with qualified members of STEP and other professionals. The Birmingham team has been shortlisted for the Birmingham Legal Awards Private Client Team of the Year in 2019 and 2020 (carried over to 2021).

Main purpose of role

You will work closely with the Partner in Birmingham and the existing team there to grow the business and ensure excellent client service. You will promote the firm and its services with intermediaries and assist with developing relationships with the existing network of intermediaries and with new contacts.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of private client work, including complex probate work and basic trust administration
• Assist other case handlers in the team and wider department with their cases as may be required
• Advise and take instructions from clients in relation to their financial affairs
• Travel to and attend upon clients
• Prepare and file various correspondence, notes and documentation
• Assist with marketing the services of the team and wider department
• Achieve set financial and chargeable targets / KPIs
• Ensure relevant deadlines and quality measures are adhered to
• Comply with relevant Weightmans client policies and procedures
• Work in accordance with Weightmans’ values

This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.

About You

• Qualified solicitor NQ - 3 PQE
• Keen interest and some experience in all aspects of private client law, but particularly complex probate work and estate planning for high net worth individuals
• An interest in completing the STEP qualification to achieve full membership
• An interest in business development
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisation skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative - this role is aimed at someone who is able to operate effectively in a close-knit team with structured supervision
• Flexible approach

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and commitment, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Any reference to experience or PQE in our adverts or job descriptions is to be used as a guideline only. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and with different levels of experience who can demonstrate that they fulfil the requirements of the role.

Why work for us

Join Weightmans, recognised as a leading employer for the 18th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards 2025 (ranked 5th) with strong positions in Chambers UK. Embark on this journey toward becoming one of the Top 30 UK law firms.

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